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2001 OLDSMOBILE INTRIGUE

3.5L V6FWDAUTOMATICgas
5 active safety recalls on this vehicle — view recalls
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P0460low severityPowertrain

Fuel Level Sensor Circuit

on 2001 Oldsmobile Intrigue 3.5L V6 · FWD

What this code means

Malfunction in the fuel level sensor circuit.

Symptoms

  • Check Engine Light
  • Fuel gauge erratic or not working
  • DTE (distance to empty) incorrect

Common causes

  • Faulty fuel level sensor/sending unit
  • Wiring damage
  • Corroded connector
  • Float stuck in fuel tank

Diagnostic steps

  1. Test sensor resistance range
  2. Inspect wiring
  3. Check connector at tank
  4. Monitor sensor reading with scan tool

Repair notes

Replace fuel level sensor/sending unit.

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